Pharmacy Technician / Rotating Shift

Brigham and Women's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
75 Francis Street (Show on map)
Feb 19, 2025
Summary Responsible for supporting the operations of the pharmacy and ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of medications and healthcare products. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions -Accurately and efficiently fill prescription orders under the supervision of a pharmacist. -This includes selecting the correct medications, measuring the appropriate quantities, and labeling the prescriptions correctly. -Maintain adequate stock levels of medications and supplies, monitor expiration dates, and assist with the organization of the pharmacy's inventory. -Receive and interpret prescription orders, ensuring they are complete and accurate. -Verify patient information, insurance details, and medication dosages. -Collaborate with healthcare professionals to resolve any discrepancies or issues. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Pharmacy Technician [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) preferred Experience Experience as a pharmacy technician, preferably in a healthcare or retail pharmacy setting. 5-7 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Excellent knowledge of pharmacy operations, including medication dispensing, inventory management, and prescription processing. - Proficiency in using pharmacy software systems and other relevant technology. - Strong attention to detail, with the ability to perform accurate calculations and measurements. - Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, healthcare professionals, and colleagues. - Knowledge of pharmacy laws, regulations, and safety procedures. - Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. - Familiarity with pharmacy practice settings, legal requirements and limitations, prescription information and calculations, drug identification and generic equivalents, drug manufacturing, packaging and labeling information, and proper drug handling and storage practices. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.